RooCatholic Campus Ministry: A Place to Belong

 

 

Who We Are: Newman Campus Ministry at the University of Akron

RooCatholic is part of OUR DIOCESAN MINISTRY!

The mission of Newman Catholic Campus Ministry is to gather students attending non-Catholic colleges and universities in the Diocese of Cleveland in order to strengthen their faith and Catholic identity through:

• Participation in a worshiping community of faith
• Increased understanding of Catholic teaching & tradition
• Education, action, and reflection on peace and justice issues
• Leadership development
• Opportunities for personal development and spiritual formation
• Making connections between faith and life

Throughout the years, RooCatholic has been an instrument of the Holy Spirit, providing a joyful and faithful community for all students here at the University of Akron. Members of this group grow in understanding of the Catholic Church and our call to go out into the world as missionary disciples, bringing the joy and love of the Gospel to all those we meet. Not only do students deepen their relationship with Christ, but they are transformed into influential leaders of the parish, that are passionate about the faith. If you are looking for authentic community, service opportunities, and an environment where you can grow in your spiritual life, come and join us at RooCatholic to have your life transformed! 

The RooCatholic Program strives to:

• Offer a gathering place for students to meet and share their faith identity with 
• Provide students with faith-formation and community-building opportunities through:
  • Weekly Newman Nights on faith topics of interest
  • Sunday Evening Student Mass 
  • Communal prayer opportunities
  • Bible Studies and faith-sharing groups
  • Social activities, including “Catholic Crunch” and other informal gatherings to build community
• Provide students an opportunity to offer service to those in need through: 
  1. St. Bernard Meal Ministry Programs
  2. The Peter Maurin Center
  3. St. Mary Akron School Tutoring
  4. Immersion Experiences
• In conjunction with St. Bernard and neighboring parishes, RooCatholic has served as an integral partner in the faith formation through the annual OCIA Faith Formation Program.
• Our goal is to underwrite costs associated with an alternate Spring Break experience for students that will form them in service and missionary discipleship.

Your consideration in donating to RooCatholic is greatly appreciated - RooCatholic Campus Ministry: A Place to Belong.